I am a software architect with over 17 years of experience in software development. I am good at my job and everyone recognizes my work. However, now I feel very monotonous in my work and want to get involved more into business decisions. Following are my questions1) How to get into new career domain as I do not have any MBA degree or any such type of exposure in job2) If I go for an MBA, what should be it's discipline as finance or marketing are not for me? I am thinking more like MBA in consulting or operations.3) Once I do MBA, I will have 19 or 20 years or experience. Will I be wasting much of my software development experience and would start as fairly new in the industry?4) Is it a risk worth taking?

Hey,I am Sahil. Recently a was searching for a laptop but come to know that,it is only available in amazon usa. Is there any way by which i can ship that laptop safely to india at my doorstep and pay on delivery or by paying online safely at cheaper price.any help will be appreciated.thanks

Hi guys - I am planning to return to India from USA after 6 years. Does anyone have a good spreadsheet with some realistic assumptions around cost of living in India ? A detailed breakdown of monthly spend for a family of 3 living in Bangalore in a fairly comfortable and luxurious lifestyle ?

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Mon, 17 Jul 2017 05:35:09 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-568Detailed analysis for Cost of living in IndiaWhat is the best places in manali to visit on september?Travel@Vineel_Kumar wrote:

Which are the best places in manali to visit on september month for 4 days?

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Sun, 16 Jul 2017 06:10:23 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-566What is the best places in manali to visit on september?Masters in Engineering in distance modeEducation@ugoswami123 wrote:

Hi Friends,I am B.E in IT.I am presently working in a software company.I am having 10 years of experience in Software Quality.Now,I have decided to pursue higher education and want to do the Masters in Engineering.But as I am a working professional.so it will not be possible for me to pursue full time education.It will of great help if you can provide some light about the universities that provide ME or M.Tech in India.Also,will it be realy helpful for my future if I pursue Masters in distance mode.

I am Arti, currently in IBM. I want to pursue my post graduation in the next fall. By that time, I will have two years of work experience. I am confused with what course I should pursue. I am not much of a technical person, but right now I am a SAP developer. I am just aware of MBA(do i have less experience?) and MIS programmes (mostly in USA). I have no restrictions country-wise. But definitely, I don't want to risk my future in an unbalanced economy/market. Also, I am interested in operations/supply chain related courses. I want your suggestions that what should i pursue and what good colleges & scope is there in MS in operations management ?Thanks.P.s- What did you do in USA and what are you doing right now ?

Sir I had qualified the written test of ftii 3yr diploma in direction and screenplay writing. Can you tell me what type of questions ask in interview?What happens is orientation?My roll no is on second place in result D2034

Hi maniMy name is leniya from IRAN, i have BA degree in animation direction and i am working as animation director now. But I love to improve my career. Not in my course, in film direction. I prefer to study short time courses, one year is ok, which Academy is your suggestion in Mumby. Actually the aria is important to me, safe and secure and easy to get There, I've serched wistling woods, fee is expensive for me, and I do not need to start from basic knowledge. Would you please give other recommendation. team working and real experience is important to me, Thanks

I am nilesh macwan living in vadodara india... and my parents are living in usa.. they buy new yamaha digital workstation Tyros 5 with 76 keys and want to sent it over here in india for me... but they dont know what is the easiest way to parcel it here... they even dont know how much custom duties will be applied...the cost of product is 5499 dollar...will you help me to get yamaha in india easiest way...is it ok if someone bring it for me in india or parcel it from usa to india?

Most people think their kidneys are just responsible for producing urine, but there’s a lot more to it. Another important job of the kidneys is to monitor and regulate certain body functions. Removing waste is only one job of the kidneys.

one of my friends, About her she is Hungarian, for the moment living in France . and she is very passionate and crazy about Ayurveda medicine and species. she learned a little massage and basic things in Lyon ( France ) within an Ayurveda camp. since years she dreamt of going India to learn Ayurveda all about. but she is not good in financially. Hope this time she will go India. I am checking all website, googling but short term courses in Ayurveda are expensive. please need suggestions where she can go or find good courses within good price /fee with an accommodation.

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Thu, 02 Mar 2017 12:57:45 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-490List of organisations who sponsor rural children in higher education?Which is the best city to live in India for a US return Techie?India@anonymous2 wrote:

Hi,

I am considering returning from USA and wondering which is the best city in India to live in?

Below are my options, please tell me which is the best city to live in and find a job?

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Mon, 27 Feb 2017 23:28:59 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-489Which is the best city to live in India for a US return Techie?Planning to return to India - Is it a good or bad decision?NRI@anonymous2 wrote:

Hi,

A lot of my Desi friends are now concerned considering the recent news developments in USA (hate crime of the Indian techie in Kansas). Some of them are on h1 visas and some are citizens. Everyone is now concerned and not sure what to do.

I'm considering planning to go back to India. But is it a good idea or not?

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Mon, 27 Feb 2017 23:25:52 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-488Planning to return to India - Is it a good or bad decision?When is the best time to book tickets to India?Travel@anonymous2 wrote:

Hi All,

Like I mentioned earlier, I have a family of four and we travel to India from USA during vacations. (June - July).

I have heard people talk about getting the best rate when booking tickets at a particular time..like 3 weeks ahead of actual travel. Is there any truth to this?

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Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:44:47 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-487When is the best time to book tickets to India?Which is the best website to buy tickets to India from USA?Travel@anonymous2 wrote:

I have a 4 member family that flies to India every other vacation. We usually buy tickets from a local travel agency or Expedia. We use Expedia if we are buying tickets in advance, as they have lot of options to choose from.(Except some Airlines, which is weird). But the travel agent most of the times undercuts the price if we show him the Expedia quote. Problem is that he doesn't give the best timings. Honestly, it is weird.

I wish if there was a reliable place where I can buy tickets to India. One that gives me the best price if I buy early in advance.

Tensions are high as US President Donald Trump threatens to alter immigration policy that could affect H1B visa holders. Recently, a dialogue was opened between representatives of Indian interests and eight US delegates in order to resolve conflicts...

H1-B workers are not edgy because of America’s new president - Donald Trump is just one of the new reasons that they are chewing their nails out. Their worries pre-date Trump’s ascent to the White House.

I want to buy a good camera phone for my parents in India. They are elderly and does not need fancy ones, mostly because they don't understand many of the new technology. Also they have trouble reading stuff on my iPhone. Small font etc.

They are looking to buy a phone that can do the basic stuff, like calling and Whatsapp or Skype video calling. So need a good camera. Not for taking much photos though.

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Thu, 23 Feb 2017 06:43:00 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-477Which is the best camera phone for parents in India?Parents coming to USA - Which places to visit?NRI@anonymous2 wrote:

Hi,

My parents are coming to the USA soon and I was wondering which are some good places I can take them to?

They are old but healthy and would like to have some peace time for themselves. We're up in the bay area. What are some good places to see here, for elders?

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Thu, 23 Feb 2017 01:04:00 +0000NoNoNoask.manikarthik.com-topic-476Parents coming to USA - Which places to visit?What's the procedure for renewing Indian passport for babies in USA?NRI@anonymous2 wrote:

Hi There,

I have a new born baby who came along with me to the USA. I'm on H1 visa and my spouse is on H4. Our babie's passport will expire in two years. How can I renew the passport from here in the USA? What is the procedure to follow?

My parents are coming here to the USA (from india) for vacation and I was wondering if I should take health insurance for them? They are aged and are perfectly healthy but would like to have some medical coverage just in case. Which one will you recommend?